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5/16-18 Stainless Steel Acorn Nut

Decorative dome-shaped acorn nut in 304 stainless steel, 5/16-18 threading for exposed architectural fasteners. Falls under HTS 7318.16.00.60 as other stainless threaded nuts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+57.5%57.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7318.15.20Higher: 75% vs 57.5%

If standard steel without chrome-nickel

Lacks stainless steel alloying elements qualifying for 7318.16.

8302.41.60Lower: 53.9% vs 57.5%

If base metal mountings for furniture

Decorative nuts as furniture hardware shift to Chapter 83.

7318.29.00.00Higher: 77.8% vs 57.5%

If unthreaded dome caps

Threading defines nut classification vs similar unthreaded articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify ornamental use in invoices if architectural to support stainless premium

β€’ Avoid mixing with cap nuts that might classify under Chapter 73 closures

β€’ Require passivation certification for marine-grade stainless finishes